We are well into trade show season here at East Coast Chair & Barstool and we are excited to be heading to Chicago next! Trade shows allow us the opportunity to make connections with customers and feature some of our newest products. So, we are packing our bags and heading to McCormick Place once again.
In case you haven’t heard, the National Restaurant Association Show has reached their centennial year! This event is one of the biggest trade shows in the restaurant and hospitality industry. It is a great way to explore and learn everything that is happening in the industry. Discover innovations in equipment and supplies, to food technology, and even the latest furniture trends. In our experience, it is best to leave yourself at least two days to delve into all the exhibits.
This year the show will be featuring a panel discussion on the future of dining, moderated by Dawn Sweeney, President & CEO of the National Restaurant Association. Attendees can expect to come away with insight into trends and potential industry-altering changes. As a session with Allison Page, Chief Product Officer and Con-Founder of SevenRooms, and Christopher Thomas-Moore on Vice President of Global eCommerce & Digital Marketing for Domino’s Pizza on the everything from robotics and automation of technologies to ease operations in back-of-house.
We are excited to be exhibiting our brand new outdoor deep seating option, The Monaco Collection of outdoor deep seating, several new restaurant booth designs, and modern designed Emory Chair. If you are around the Chicago area, make sure to come out May 18th-21st for the NRA show and stop by booth #6045. We’d love to meet you and discuss what we can do for your restaurant.
Creating the right atmosphere for your restaurant or bar is
no easy task. From combining ingredients together to make fantastic meals to
painting the walls in your brand’s color, you take pride in curating the
elements your guests will experience as soon as they set foot into your
restaurant. And your furniture should be no different!
Create an atmosphere that your customers will never forget by seating them in the handcrafted Leesburg booth.
No matter if you are furnishing a brewery, taproom, or
rustic eatery, the Leesburg booth is constructed to invoke feelings of beauty
and strength. This booth’s metal frame is made from clear coated steel that
showcases welding marks. The frame fits itself nicely into the industrial trend
with its “bare bones” aesthetic.
Playing from its rustic charm, the Leesburg booth’s metal
frame is finished with your choice of distressed wood for the seat and back of
the booth. Choose from reclaimed wood (salvaged barn wood available in Natural,
Antique Black, or Whitewash finishes), urban distressed wood (new wood
distressed to look old available in Provincial, Dark Walnut, and Ebony finishes),
and rustic pine wood (available in Distressed Bourbon finish) options to
complete the right booth for your restaurant.
Each type of wood is distressed to create texture and a
uniqueness that can’t be replicated from booth to booth.
The Leesburg can be made as single and double booth layouts, which have customizable lengths, so you can outfit your restaurant’s needs accordingly. Regardless of what length you order, the Leesburg booth is 48” in height to accommodate traditional restaurant seating arrangements.
Find out more about the Leesburg booth on its single and double listings. You can also check out our other custom restaurant booths and find the right style for your business.
Shake up your restaurant’s patio this year with our latest outdoor furniture lineup! Sticking to notable restaurant trends like mid-century modern shapes and the mixing of materials, these fresh new designs can upgrade your outdoor area and give it new life.
Whether you want to add a pop of color with the Luca with Poly Collection or stick to the classic dark silhouettes of the Luca or Lena Collection, East Coast Chair & Barstool has the right look for your patio.
Luca Collection
Straight lines and ladder back design give the Luca Collection bar stools and chairs their mid-century look. Don’t let these tapered legs fool you, the Luca Collection frames are made from e-coated steel and are fully welded, adding weight that’s great for patios subject to windy seasons. The frame has a black Sandtex finish that prevents rust and keeps this collection looking great for many patio seasons to come.
Lena Collection
Throw your patio design a curve ball with the Lena Collection bar stool and chair. This design features a twist on the traditional ladder back with a rounded top bracing and comfortable seat. Like the Luca Collection, the Lena’s e-coated steel frame with a black Sandtex finish presents a durable front against the weather.
Luca with Poly Collection
Combine the strength of a steel frame and poly lumber slats with the Luca with Poly Collection and add a little extra personality. This bar stool, chair, and side chair are e-coated to prevent rust and increase durability. To personalize this collection, choose from over 25 domestic poly lumber colors for the back and seat. Versatile with a splash of color, create your patio’s color scheme with the Luca with Poly Collection.
Luca Collection Tables
Classic black never goes out of style, especially for your restaurant’s patio. The Luca Collection Table Tops have a durable e-coated steel frame that’s held together with stainless steel hardware. These table tops can blend right into your patio’s look and pair well with the Luca, Lena, and Luca with Poly furniture collections. They also feature slits that not only look great but make it easy for water to drain from the table top. Keep your customers cool by using the Luca Collection Tables’ umbrella hole and adding an umbrella.
Check out these brand-new collections on our website and in our catalog. If you have questions about the Luca or Lena Collections, please feel free to reach out to our customer care team by calling 800-986-5352.
With patio season right around the corner, it’s handy to have furniture that can pull double duty when you need it to!
Busy night out in your outdoor bar area? Grab some seating from indoors! A larger party just came in to dine? No problem, grab a table and base and give them some more space. Furniture that can be properly used inside and out can be extremely helpful for restaurants that shift their layout to where guests prefer to dine.
Whether you prefer classic design or something a little more trendy, East Coast Chair & Barstool has the right furniture that works harder inside and outside your restaurant.
Distressed Viktor Collection
We’ve taken one of our most popular rustic industrial styles and added the right pop of color! With six different colors, you can keep your color theme neutral (Black, White), whimsical (Sky Blue, Orange), or bold (Kelly Red, Kelly Blue) with the Distressed Viktor Collection.
So what makes this collection different from our other Viktors, besides the fun colors?
These Distressed Viktor bar stools and chairs go through a 10-step finishing process, ending with a strong powder coat. Through this process, the 16-gauge steel frame becomes durable enough to use inside or outside your restaurant.
These bar stools and chairs have the option to add a vinyl or wood seat, but these seat options are only warrantied for indoor use. To be able to use these Viktors wherever you need in your restaurant, leave the seat metal.
The weathered style is a great addition to your dining room space or patio, and right on trend!
Hendrix Chairs
Add a mid-century modern feel to your café tables or outdoor patio with the Hendrix chairs. These chairs boast a fully welded steel frame that’s been e-coated to make them durable for any commercial environment. The Hendrix chair has an overall squared silhouette with a ladder-style back that feeds into its classic appeal.
Enjoy design that you won’t find anywhere else, with unique colors that will set your space apart. Playing on the rustic trend, Hendrix chairs are available in classic colors (Distressed White, Distressed Gray, Distressed Black) with distressed markings. And if you have a slower night where you don’t need the chairs on in your dining room or patio, Hendrix chairs are stackable for easy storage.
Carlisle Chairs
The Carlisle chair has a distinctive cross back design with stylized frame that never goes out of style. These chairs are fantastic for coffee shops, bakeries, and cafés that need to accommodate curbside tables as well as extra seating inside.
Strong and durable, the Carlisle chair’s 16-gauge steel frame is e-coated in three different colors (Distressed Black, Distressed Gray, Distressed Oak). This e-coating is what makes the Carlisle tough enough for indoor and outdoor use. To complete the look, the chair has artistic distress marks to give them a weathered, industrial look.
An ash wood seat is available for the Carlisle chairs but is only warrantied for indoor use.
The design of the frame allows these chairs to stack, making it easy to have them on hand and ready when you need to make space for extra customers.
IsoTop Sliq Table Tops
Beautiful and durable, IsoTop table tops are a must for a restaurant that demands versatility in its dining layout. These table tops are a high-density laminate that have a modern European design and boast a sleek ½” edge profile.
Get the look of wood (Gray Oak), metal (Metal Line, Black Steel, Dark Mica), or marbled top (Cement) with a flat surface and added layers for increased durability. These tops are pre-stressed, UV-resistant, and have a dry matte finish that create a smooth surface.
IsoTop tables are great for tight spaces with their 32” x 32” square or 32” x 48” rectangle top size options.
Vienna, Palermo, and Newport Table Bases
Whether you’re looking for a table base with a little more flair (Vienna) or one that can hold an umbrella for your patio (Palermo, Newport), we have some bases that will support your table tops, inside and out!
We’re shaking up the classic disc design with the Vienna base. This base is made of strong e-coated cast steel, making it ideal in your dining area or on your patio with its stylized ridge design. Depending on what table you’re supporting, the Vienna is offered with an 18”, 24”, or 30” plate and comes in table or bar height.
The Newport table base is an instant-classic, especially for outdoor spaces, with its built-in umbrella holder. The Newport’s steel frame is powder coated black for a streamlined appearance and unbeatable durability. Choose from an 18” or 22” base size in table or bar height for your table tops.
Get the support you need with the Palermo single or double table base. If you think you’re going to need a place to support an umbrella, go with the single Palermo with its built-in umbrella holder. Need more support? Try the double Palermo base. Both the single and double styles are available in table and bar height. Regardless of which you choose, the Palermo is made from heavy duty steel that won’t corrode. Get the right base to match your décor (inside or out) by choosing a black or silver Palermo table base.
Each of these bases are available in have self-leveling floor glides for extra stability.
Put your mind at ease by finding commercial-grade restaurant furniture that can be used inside and out. This will help keep your warranty intact and your restaurant layout flexible.
Have a question about a product we discussed? Please call our customer care team at 800-986-5352 for more information. Be sure to also check out our catalog for all the latest products coming to East Coast Chair & Barstool.
There’s no doubt that our wood tabletops are eye-catching. So much so, in fact, that many customers want to know if they can use them to top their bars or counter tops. Unfortunately, the answer is no, and there’s a good reason.
At East Coast Chair & Barstool, we offer a plethora of solid wood table tops that are manufactured with a specific sealing process designed for commercial dining tables, not bar tops. Bar tops are traditionally finished with a thick layer of epoxy to create an impenetrable barrier between liquids and the surface of the wood. While this works well for bars, it tends to take away from the character and overall look of the wood, which is why it is not used for tables.
Even with our premium grade finishes, our solid wood tables are not warrantied for the wear and tear like an official bar top.
If you have further questions about our solid wood table tops, please give our customer care specialists a call at 800-986-5352.
When it comes time to order a drink, a few bar-goers stick with their tried and true favorite cocktails, you know, the same one they tried on their 21st birthday and have never ventured away from. But then you have the other type of customer that is more intrigued by the trends and expanding their horizons when they walk into the bar. These trendsetters seek out the latest and greatest in hopes of informing others of the most recent concoctions or getting that perfect Instagram picture to share with their friends. In the interest of luring these trendsetters into your bar and staying relevant in a competitive industry, we look at the trends rising to the forefront of the drink industry.
Sustainability
Just as with the rest of the restaurant industry, sustainability is a topic that is near and dear to consumer’s hearts. Customers want to know where their drinks are coming from and if they are being sourced in an ethical way. Research shows that consumers are willing to pay for these types of drinks.
Bartenders are also looking at sustainability by using their resources in the best way possible. Often times, creating a zero-waste cocktail cuts down on bar costs. Even taking steps to not use plastic straws anymore is beneficial cost wise and with customer approval.
Elevated Mocktails
Mocktails are making a comeback. Offering mocktails at a bar might seem strange but it can be a great way to reach a whole new set of customers. But these mocktails are not your momma’s Shirley Temples. These are more complex and intriguing then just throwing some grenadine in a Sprite. Like their alcoholic counterparts, these drinks are more intriguing than ever with the use of unexpected flavors and fresh ingredients.
Sour Beers
Expect to see more sour beers than ever. Not only are sours gaining popularity, but they are getting the subcategorization they need. Beers like kettle sours, fruit sours, goses (a traditional German-style unfiltered sour wheat beer), and solera (a process of aging by which fractional blending occurs to create a finished product of a mixture of ages) will all be separated out for customers to peruse.
While the flavor of sour beer’s flavor is old, American brewers have only learned how to safely produce it en masse for a little over the past five years. It draws a market for drinkers who are not traditional beer fans. People such as wine and cocktail lovers.
Gin
Gin, while an old favorite for some, has started gaining an even bigger following the past several years. Gin is huge news in the Northern Hemisphere, with European gins the most in demand around the world. Gin drinkers are becoming more experimental, seeking out new flavor and ingredients. Whether it is a classic gin and tonic or a gin with new flavor infusions, you’ll be seeing gin on more and more menus.
Brunch Drinks
Almost everyone has needed some hair of the dog after a particularly rowdy night. Brunch drinks are here to provide that. They are a delicious antidote that is more popular now than ever. While Mimosa’s and Bloody Mary’s have long cornered the market, expect to see some new drinks. Especially drinks that feature locally produced ingredients and sustainability.
Cannabis-Based Drinks
With the legalization of cannabis in some states, cannabis-based drinks have started to appear on menus. Cannabis drinks are not all about a new way to get high. By mixing it into a drink, it will add an herbal undertone, no matter the ingredient you use. The exact flavor varies based on the strain of cannabis you use. Though it does have a surprisingly versatile flavor pairing with liquors.
Distillery Tourism
While it isn’t a drink, distillery tours are bigger than ever. Whether it is a bachelor party just looking for a few good drinks or someone looking to learn the ins and outs of distilling, offering tours is a great way for distilleries to increase profit. It is also ideal for creating brand awareness and loyalty. When someone tours the facilities, they form an attachment.
For example, when they might have walked right past your brand at the store, now after touring, they will see it and be more likely to put it in their cart because they feel like they have some investment in your distillery.
Plus, at the end of the tour, many attendees will purchase goods to remember the experience. Money for the tour, money for the goods, and increased brand awareness and loyalty. It is a win, win, win situation. Expect to see even more distilleries opening their doors to tours in 2019.
While trying to incorporate all of these trends might not work for your bar, one of them has the possibility to be a big hit. Staying relevant in the industry can mean the difference between a lucrative year and having to close your doors.
Have you started serving one of these drinks at your bar? Let us know in the comments below!
Create the outdoor oasis your restaurant patio has always needed. Allow customers to enjoy cocktails with co-workers and food with friends in your beautiful outdoor area while sitting in the lap of luxury in the Monaco Collection. The Monaco Collection is our brand-new deep seating line that consists of a chair, love seat, sofa, ottoman, coffee table, and side table.
See all the entire Monaco Collection by clicking through this slideshow:
Each seating option comes with your choice of seat and back cushion. The ottoman also comes with a cushion so you can match! Choose from our selection of 10 stock Sunbrella cushion fabrics. These cushions are made from solution-dyed acrylic that is fade resistant and durable, perfect for commercial environments. Custom cushions are also available for purchase to your deep seating set.
The Monaco Collection features aluminum bracing on its poly lumber frame for extra strength. Because this collection has poly lumber construction, it’s easier to maintain and your staff will thank you! This deep seating collection can be made in over 20 poly lumber colors, including five wood grain options. This collection also arrives fully assembled so all you have to do is put it on your patio and start serving your customers!
Mix and match Monaco Collection pieces to find the right combination for your patio. If you need to create privacy, try pairing a few chairs and side table. Or if you’re looking to create a more group-centric setting, play around with the love seat, sofa, and coffee table. Create the layout on your patio to best serve your customers, staff, and restaurant flow.
Get seating that encourages guests to lean back and take it all in (with a drink in hand of course).
Ready to take your patio to new heights? Get started creating your Monaco Collection setup today. Have a question about our poly lumber or our deep seating? Give us a call at 800-986-5352 to speak with our customer care team.
Time to add new seating to your restaurant? See what one of our new booths can do for your restaurant’s layout and overall design.
East Coast Chair & Barstool booths are Amish-made in the USA with superior craftsmanship and careful attention to detail. The booths come with many choices and customization like different vinyl colors or wood options. These booths below can be made in reclaimed barn wood, urban distressed wood, or rustic pine with multiple finish options, so you can match your solid wood table tops.
Scroll through each slideshow and check out all the new exciting booth styles for this upcoming year!
Rustic Pine Booth
We’re adding a new wood option to our rustic booth lineup! The rustic pine booth is finished with a bourbon stain to highlight the beautiful distressed marks of the wood, creating a different look and texture than the reclaimed and urban distressed wood options.
Depending how much privacy you want for your restaurant, you can choose from single and double rustic pine booths with heights from 43” to 54”. And like the other rustic booth options, you can also choose whether you want a vinyl back or just leave it wood to match.
Tufted Booth
Transform your restaurant’s interior with the elegant comfort of the Tufted Booth. This booth has distinct appearance because of its strategically placed buttons and folds (find out more about this diamond tufting technique here).
The Tufted Booth also has a unique color selection of soft Naugahyde vinyl to really make your booth special for your restaurant. The Tufted Booth is available in 36” to 48” heights and 48” to 72” lengths in both single and double styles.
Tavern Booth
Mixing materials is what the Tavern Booth is all about. This booth is mainly constructed from either reclaimed, urban distressed, or rustic pine wood but also has a fully welded clear coat frame underneath. Even more than just the wood choices, the Tavern leaves a lot of room for customization for your restaurant or bar.
When purchased in the single style, this booth comes with a handcrafted unfinished back that allows restaurant patrons to get a closer look at the distressed wood. You can also add a coat rack to the any of the height options (43” to 54”).
Orchard Booth
We put a twist on our classic vinyl booth by adding wood caps, making a contrast with these two materials to create the Orchard Booth. These caps can be made with any of our rustic wood options and finishes, making it simple to match your table tops. The Orchard Booth can also be made with a crumb strip for easy cleaning. But this booth isn’t complete until you select your vinyl color! This booth has a little more vinyl than our traditional rustic booths, with a vinyl seat, back, and back of the booth for a whole new look. The Orchard Booth can be made from a standard 43” height up to 54” to accommodate how you want these booths to look.
Trestle Booth
Bring the farmhouse style to your dining space with the Trestle Booth. The Trestle Booth is all about being customized for your restaurant’s needs in any of our rustic wood options. This striking wood booth can be finished with a wood or vinyl back and comes with a vinyl seat. Like its namesake frame, the Trestle Booth is a great addition to your restaurant because its legs are high enough off the ground that your staff can easily clean the floor underneath it.
Choose the right Trestle Booth for your restaurant by selecting your height (between 43” and 54”) and length (from 48” and 72”).
You can learn more about these booths by stopping by our upcoming tradeshows, visiting our website, or calling our dedicated customer care team at 800-986-5352.
When you envision a classic bar in your head, you most likely imagine a bucket bar stool at the bar top. Buckets are comfortable and encourage customers to stay longer and spend more. But how are you going to know which one is best for your bar or restaurant?
To answer this question, you should first ask yourself what your goals are for your bar. Is comfort your top priority? Are looks important to you? Are you looking to fit as many as possible or are you okay with fewer stools? These questions are the best indicator of what bar stool you should go with.
Comfort
Any bucket bar stool is going to offer a higher level of comfort than a standard wood or metal stool, but if comfort is your top priority there are a few things to look for. First is seat thickness; you want a stool with a thick cushion because more cushion equals more comfort. Another is a flex back construction. Nobody wants to sit This allows for customers to lean back or adjust for maximum comfort. Finally, the molding of the seat. With an ergonomic seat and back, the seat will mold to the customer’s body for the ultimate in bar stool comfort.
Comfortable bar stools work well in restaurants that want to encourage customers to stay for a while and continue to drink.
Aesthetic
If you want your bucket bar stools to really add to your aesthetic, you might want to consider a tufted bucket bar stool. The unique buttoned vinyl design is not something that you see everywhere and will have your customers doing a double take.
Another option would be a bar stool with a decorative stitch. It may not seem like a lot, but the simple stitch addition will make the bucket stand out from the standard bucket bar stool.
Tufted or stitched bucket bar stools are a great option for bars looking to create a certain vibe or even a luxurious atmosphere.
Spacing
If you are a little short on space, a bar stool that has a rounding to the back often has a smaller footprint, which allows for more to be comfortably placed at a bar. This setup works well for smaller venues that still want to offer comfortable buckets to their customers.
Budget
Just because a bucket has a lower price point, doesn’t mean it isn’t a good stool. There are a few things you can look for in a budget-friendly stool to make sure it will work for you. A waterfall edge is a good option to have, this simply means there is no seam on the front of the seat, so it won’t tear with the consistent sliding on and off that some customers do.
Another feature to look for is seams with cord or PVC edging to protect them. This will help to increase the lifespan of your bucket.
Budget-friendly buckets are a great option for VFW’s, Elk Clubs, and similar organizations because they are cost-friendly and can keep customers comfortable for extended sitting and buying.
Still not sure what bucket bar stool would work for your business? Contact our customer care team at 800-986-5352 for their expert advice.
The start of a new year means it’s the start of tradeshow
season at East Coast Chair & Barstool. It’s always exciting to get out in
the field and meet old customers and connect with new customers face to
face.
We will be exhibiting at the New England Food Show in Boston
and at the Nightclub & Bar Show in Las Vegas this March. Tradeshows are a
great way for your business to experience the latest technology, business
practices, and network with vendors to find exciting new products. For us,
tradeshows are a great time to showcase our newest furniture.
Both are can’t miss tradeshows for the restaurant industry but here’s a little more information about each show, so you can choose which is the best for you to attend.
New England Food
Show (March 3-5, 2019)
Location: Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (Boston,
Massachusetts)
We are headed back to Boston for our second time exhibiting at the New England Food Show (NEFS). This show is a great fit for any restaurateur looking to find new ways to get customers in the door, food trends, and ways of interacting with customers that will inspire loyalty.
Keynote speakers for this year’s NEFS include Aman Narang
(president and co-founder of Toast), Anne Burrell (chef and Food Network
personality), and Jim Koch (founder and brewer of Samuel Adams).
In addition to the exhibitors (stop and say hi to us in
booth #543!), the show floor has culinary demonstrations (Center Stage), tech
talks (Tech Theater), innovations to improve business efficiency (Tech
Pavilion), complimentary social media consultations (Social Media Hub), and
beverage pairing (Beverage Alcohol Pavilion).
There are various educational seminars being offered in the
show’s ‘Ed-Quarters’ including sessions like “Appealing to the (Digital)
Senses: How Video Moves Us Along the Path to Purchase”, “Own the Experience,
Own the Results! The 4 Pillars of Success to Drive Guest Frequency”, and “Consumers
Want Transparency, Not Greenwashing: How to Give It to Them”.
Nightclub &
Bar Show (March 25-27, 2019)
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Calling all bar and nightclub owners, the Nightclub & Bar Show (NCB) is right around the corner in Las Vegas. This will be our sixth time exhibiting at this tradeshow since 2013 and we’re excited to go back! There’s no better location for the NCB show to take place than in the epicenter of nightlife that is Las Vegas. Enjoy learning about mixology, bartending systems, and tricks of the trade.
Listen to heads of industry like Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue and Jim Meehan, James Beard
Award winner and bartender, speak about promoting your bar or restaurant in revolutionary
ways. You can divulge new information with sessions like “The Food Delivery
Challenge – Making Profits with Third Party Fees”, “How to Herd Cats: 7 Secrets
to Get the Restaurant or Bar You Want”, “Service in America Sucks”, and “The
Magic of Building a Beverage Program”.
You can also attend hands-on workshops, demonstrations, and trainings
to teach your staff the latest skills and techniques. But definitely don’t miss
East Coast Chair & Barstool in both #610!
At both of these shows, you’ll get to check out the additions
to our product line up, like new rustic booths, distressed pine table tops,
and even seating styles that can be used indoor or outdoor at your restaurant. No
matter which coast you are on, come out and meet us at NEFS or NCB!
Sour Beers
